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Rocky Mountain Express [IMAX]All aboard! Rocky Mountain Express will propel you on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies, highlighting the adventure of building the nation’s first transcontinental railway. Retracing the original route aboard... -
Cosmic Collisions [Digital]The new digital show Cosmic Collisions launches you on a thrilling trip through space and time to explore the astronomical impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing evolution of the universe. From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic... -
Flight of the Butterflies [IMAX]Join the Most Incredible Migration on EarthThe iconic monarch butterfly is a true marvel of nature. It weighs less than a penny, yet it makes one of the longest migrations on Earth across a continent, with pinpoint navigational accuracy, to a secluded place it has never been. In Flight of the... -
To The Arctic [IMAX]An Extraordinary Journey to the Top of the WorldThe documentary adventure “To The Arctic” tells the ultimate tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs...
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The Instrument That ROCKED the WorldStarting December 20th, the Fleet Science Center will ROCK you! The guitar is the single most enduring icon in American history. This rockin’ exhibition explores all facets of the world’s favorite musical instrument, from its history as an instrument... -
Science and art intersect in a new exhibit, where glass tubing, gas bottles, bubbling liquids and zapping electricity form a working science experiment and a work of art. The famous experiments carried out by Stanley Miller and Harold Urey at the... -
Get Your Hands On ScienceOur Main Gallery exhibition combines some of our all-time favorites with exciting interactive exhibits from San Francisco’s Exploratorium. This collection features opportunities to explore mechanics, motion, math, hearing, electricity and many other...
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The First Monday of Each MonthThe first Monday of every month, seniors 65 and better can enjoy the Science Center exhibits, an IMAX film, and educational programming on the quietest day of the month for only $7! No coupons or additional discounts are accepted. Afternoon Scholars: A... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Attention girls in grades 5 through 8... Join us on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Each Saturday session will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities and interaction with local women scientists.... -
In the Tinkering StudioJoin us in the Tinkering Studio for hands-on building fun each Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., led by our tinkering gurus. Visitors work together on creative activities designed to spark curiosity and foster exploration. For example: make origami and... -
Join our celebration of the most famous irrational number. Help us create a giant, collaborative participatory art piece with mathematics as its foundation and inspiration. Each digit of pi, represented by one color strip of paper, will hang from the...
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Hours & Admission
The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is open 365 days a year! Come and explore our eight interactive exhibit galleries, enjoy our traveling exhibitions, discover Kid City (especially for kids five and under), and create and invent in the Tinkering Studio. Shop in the North Star Science Store or grab a bite to eat at Galileo’s Café. Immerse yourself in spectacular imagery and surround sound in the only giant Dome Theater in San Diego. Get your hands on science at the Fleet!
Regular Gallery Hours
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
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| Open | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| Close | 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
Admission
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Adults (13 and up) |
Juniors (3-12)* & Seniors (65+) |
Members Become a member › |
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| Gallery Admission | $11.75 | $9.75 | FREE |
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Gallery Admission + 1 Giant Dome Theater Show |
$15.75 | $12.75 | $9.00 |
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Add an additional Giant Dome Theater show |
$6.00 | $5.00 |
*Kids under age 3 are free, but must sit in the lower left section of the theater.
Take a look at our June calendar: June (PDF).
Save on admission! We offer special pricing for the military, seniors, teachers, San Diego residents and more. Check out our current discounts & special offers for details.
Group Events
Three spacious meeting rooms and a 300-seat Dome Theater make our facilities a magical setting for group events of all sizes. Learn more about hosting a private event for corporate meetings, school outings, weddings and other occasions.
The Fleet is located at
1875 El PradoBalboa Park
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 238-1233
Summer Volunteers Wanted
Help make science fun by volunteering at the Fleet this summer with our Summer Camp, Museum Ambassador or Gallery Facilitator programs. Spend 60 hours over the summer with us; we’ll provide training, a t-shirt and community service letters. These positions are great for high school or college students on summer break.
